Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 21 | 28 | 22 | 99 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 22 | 32 | 31 | 23 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Knicks 108-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Trail Blazers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.